Everett, WA
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Everett.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
West Coast
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.68 |
| Reefer | $3.14 |
| Flatbed | $3.32 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-5US-2SR-526SR-529SR-99
Top Industries
Aerospace manufacturing
Military logistics
Forest products
Healthcare
Major Distribution Centers
Amazon Everett sortation center
Costco Business Center
Top Shippers
B
BoeingU
US NavyF
Fluke CorporationK
Kimberly-ClarkNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-5
Truck Stops
76 Truck Stop (I-5 Exit 186)
Pacific Pride (Everett Mall Way)
Challenges
- Boeing oversized load escorts affect I-5 traffic flow.
- Winter weather on US-2 Stevens Pass causes delays.
- I-5 through Everett is chronically congested.
Opportunities
- Port-driven import freight creates consistent outbound load demand
- Produce freight runs nearly year-round from California's Central Valley
- Premium rates compensate for higher operating costs
- Tech sector growth fuels e-commerce distribution expansion
Seasonal Freight Patterns
California produce runs nearly year-round, with peak harvest June through October. Holiday retail surge is strong September through December. Wildfire season (July-October) can disrupt routes. Winter mountain pass closures affect I-80 and I-70 corridors.
Trucking in Everett — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Everett: Dry Van $2.68, Reefer $3.14, Flatbed $3.32. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Everett is rated "fair." Popular stops include 76 Truck Stop (I-5 Exit 186), Pacific Pride (Everett Mall Way). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Everett freight market include Boeing, US Navy, Fluke Corporation, Kimberly-Clark. Key industries driving freight demand are aerospace manufacturing, military logistics, forest products.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Everett include: Boeing oversized load escorts affect I-5 traffic flow.; Winter weather on US-2 Stevens Pass causes delays.; I-5 through Everett is chronically congested.. However, opportunities include port-driven import freight creates consistent outbound load demand.